The 38-year-old, in a full page ad, offered his thanks to those who welcomed him to the city, also revealing that the franchise will not be seeking county or city funding for the construction of the stadium.

"I knew in my heart - from my very first visit - that Miami was the right home for our club", the advert in the Miami Herald reads.

"This wonderfully vibrant and diverse community is filled with the same energy that makes soccer the most popular game in the world".

Beckham also spoke of the importance stadium location, stressing the need for a place that fans would want to journey to.